General Discussion Thread 2020-21

[Deleted member 320]

Oh don't worry, it was only after I'd sent them one that I got the email! Glad I'm not the only one in this boat!

Fingers crossed we hear some good news soon...

Oh thanks Popal!

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

So, it turns out HSF have a character limit on their answer boxes that they don't ever mention! So, despite being under the word count, two of my answers are WAY over their limit.

Quite common - application systems can’t actually count words (typically) just characters.

It means that if you use lots of long words or if your formatting calculates more than one character (sometimes seen with paragraph spacing) it can be off.

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

@Jessica Booker Hi, I'm updating my CV and I did a virtual vacation scheme in the summer. I'm not sure whether to write it was virtual or not? Thank you

yes - definitely make clear it was virtual

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

I also have a similar question, @Jessica Booker do you think it's necessary to highlight which bits of work were simulated and which were real? Thanks!

I think it’s important to make clearer when you were doing actual client work as many internships this summer have just been simulations.

 

[LegalNim]

Quite common - application systems can’t actually count words (typically) just characters.

It means that if you use lots of long words or if your formatting calculates more than one character (sometimes seen with paragraph spacing) it can be off.

Devastating! I spent weeks perfecting my answers - submitted now though so now I'll just have to wait and see.

 

[bethbristol]

Does anyone have any advice on applying to a firm for a second time? I understand that things like cover letters/CVs should be updated with more up-to-date and tailored information, but I just wondered about things like competency questions. Could you submit the same response or would this be an issue? For this particular question, I don't believe that I have a better answer to it with an example that has happened in the past year!

 

[Evelina]

anyone done the Latham video interview and could give me some tips? What sort of questions do they ask?

 

[Evelina]

Does anyone have any advice on applying to a firm for a second time? I understand that things like cover letters/CVs should be updated with more up-to-date and tailored information, but I just wondered about things like competency questions. Could you submit the same response or would this be an issue? For this particular question, I don't believe that I have a better answer to it with an example that has happened in the past year!

Hey! i would suggest you change up your answers so they don't think you just sent the same thing again. if you cant think of completely new answers then change the structure enough that it doesnt seem the same.

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

Does anyone have any advice on applying to a firm for a second time? I understand that things like cover letters/CVs should be updated with more up-to-date and tailored information, but I just wondered about things like competency questions. Could you submit the same response or would this be an issue? For this particular question, I don't believe that I have a better answer to it with an example that has happened in the past year!

Think it really depends what stage you are getting to in the process the first time around

 

[SportsThoughts]

A&O Winter VS rejection came through today via email. Applied on 21st Sept and passed SJT the day after. Best of luck to those still awaiting a response!

 

[Deleted member 2707]

Hi all! I'm currently in the midst of writing my Baker McKenzie application and was wondering if anyone had any input for the second question: Tell us about something - anything - that excites and inspires you.

I have an answer in mind but the content of which is more informative rather than detailing what I have done in that area. Further, do I have to explicitly state why this topic excites and inspires me or can it be more subtle and read in between the lines?

Also, if anyone would like to share thoughts on the BM application- PM me! I would love to discuss questions and help each other out Thank you!

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

Hi all! I'm currently in the midst of writing my Baker McKenzie application and was wondering if anyone had any input for the second question: Tell us about something - anything - that excites and inspires you.

I have an answer in mind but the content of which is more informative rather than detailing what I have done in that area. Further, do I have to explicitly state why this topic excites and inspires me or can it be more subtle and read in between the lines?

Also, if anyone would like to share thoughts on the BM application- PM me! I would love to discuss questions and help each other out Thank you!

Tell your reader why it excites and inspires you. Your application form is about you, not actualy about the topic.

 

[Aun Abbas]

Hiya - After finishing the Tests for HSF's Winter Vacation Scheme - did people get a confirmation email right after following the report saying that the application is under review? Also, do they send a separate email detailing whether you passed or not? Thank you in advance!

 

[NikkiT]

Hiya - After finishing the Tests for HSF's Winter Vacation Scheme - did people get a confirmation email right after following the report saying that the application is under review? Also, do they send a separate email detailing whether you passed or not? Thank you in advance!

How did you find the test (particularly the SJT and personality sections)? Do you have any advice for preparing?

 

[Lawbour]

Hiya - After finishing the Tests for HSF's Winter Vacation Scheme - did people get a confirmation email right after following the report saying that the application is under review? Also, do they send a separate email detailing whether you passed or not? Thank you in advance!

I got the email saying I had met their benchmark a minute after the one saying my application was under review (having received the report email a few minutes before the review one). Have you checked your junk folder? or it might be that loads of people have applied today so there might be a lag

 

[bethbristol]

Think it really depends what stage you are getting to in the process the first time around

I got to video interview

 

[NikkiT]

I got to video interview

What firm is this for?

 

[0603]

Does anyone know how many vacation scheme and training contract places Deloitte legal has?

 

[Kablahc]

Does anyone know how many vacation scheme and training contract places Deloitte legal has?

no idea about vac scheme places, but from TCs as few as 10 I've heard

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

I got to video interview

then keeping some competency answers will be fine, but I would critically evaluate whether you have better examples from your more recent experiences.